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HEALTH August 16, 2024

With Mpox a public health emergency in Africa, what you must know about increased virus risk

Africa's CDC has declared mpox a public health emergency as cases are up 160% compared to 2023. What to know about rising virus cases, spread and prevention.

Monkeypox August 14, 2024

Mpox declared public health emergency in Africa as authorities battle multiple variants

The Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention declared the increasing spread of mpox a health emergency, warning the virus might spread across international borders.

HEALTH August 12, 2024

'Zika-like' mosquito-borne virus has spread into Europe, health officials warn

Cases of the Oropouche virus (OROV) emerging in Europe have health officials on high alert. As of the end of July, 19 cases had been reported in several countries.

Monkeypox August 7, 2024

WHO asks experts to help decide if mpox outbreak in Africa is global emergency

The World Health Organization Director-General asked independent experts to advise WHO on whether the spread of the mpox virus in Africa should be declared a global emergency.

HEALTH July 28, 2024

Biden's health, senior longevity, travel sleep tips and more wellness highlights of the week

Check out some of the top health stories of the week that you may have missed, including doctors' opinions on Joe Biden, senior longevity tips and recommendations for getting rest on the road.

Outbreaks July 23, 2024

Timeline of bird flu outbreak in United States

The current outbreak of avian influenza among dairy cows in the U.S. began in February 2022. Since then, eleven human cases of bird flu have been confirmed.

HEALTH July 22, 2024

Listeria infection linked to deli meats kills 2, infects 28 across US, CDC warns

Two people have died so far due to a listeria outbreak in the U.S., the CDC alerted on Friday. Here's what to know about risk factors and prevention of infection.

HEALTH July 12, 2024

In a potential outbreak, is bird flu testing available for humans? What to know

Currently, H5N1 avian influenza (bird flu) testing is provided only by governmental health departments. Here's what to know in the event of a human outbreak of bird flu.

Cold and Flu July 10, 2024

Bird flu has infected humans in these countries as virus spreads around the world

Varying types of avian influenza, the bird flu virus, have been found in humans across the globe this year. Public health officials are paying close attention to the spread of the flu.

HEALTH June 18, 2024

Fatal bacterial infections surging in Japan with unknown cause, reports says

Japan is reporting a spike in potentially fatal bacterial infections. Cases of streptococcal toxic shock syndrome (STSS) have tripled in number compared to the same time last year.

HEALTH June 12, 2024

Tiger mosquitoes blamed for spread of dengue fever: ‘Most invasive species’

As dengue fever continues to spread throughout Europe, experts are blaming an invasive mosquito species as the culprit. Infectious disease experts share words of caution.